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EU51 FXA

2001 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2024
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,329 mi
Last recorded115,329 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2023
Typical for 2001 Ford Escort87,573 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU51 FXA
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 23 Feb 2023 115,329 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 111,747 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 105,444 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 99,794 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 90,869 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' outside swept area (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 83,629 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 76,112 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 65,920 miles

Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Sep 2013 61,909 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 55,038 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

advisory both rear tyres are wearing uneven

Pass 12 Sep 2011 48,303 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 42,235 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 36,367 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 30,721 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 25,322 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 20,599 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

How Reliable is the Ford Escort?

Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.

63.1%
Pass Rate
4,830
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
821,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 465,333
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 447,459
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 433,778
Brake pipe excessively corroded 419,450
constant velocity joint gaiter split 203,602
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EU51 FXA is a 2001 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 87,573 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Escort fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 465,333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EU51 FXA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Escort typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 25 years old, this Ford Escort is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EU51 FXA registered?

EU51 FXA is a 2001 Ford Escort, first registered on 25 September 2001.

Is EU51 FXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU51 FXA shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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